Among the types of motor vehicle crashes that happen in Pennsylvania, some of the most catastrophic involve motorcycles. Motorcycle riders are not required to wear helmets in the Commonwealth, and they are largely unprotected from the forces released in collisions. Unlike passenger vehicle occupants, motorcycle riders do not have a steel frame around them to […]
While rare, some newborns can suffer spinal cord injuries during or shortly after birth. If your infant suffered a spinal cord injury at birth, he or she might suffer lifelong disabilities and permanent paralysis, depending on the injury’s severity and location. Many children who suffer spinal cord injuries will face a lifetime of being confined […]
Motorcyclists have a much greater risk of suffering head injuries when they are involved in collisions. While helmets can help, some motorcyclists will still suffer head injuries in motorcycle crashes involving motor vehicles because of their minimal protection against the trauma and physical forces of an accident. Motorcycle collisions can cause multiple types of head […]
Some of the most common types of injuries in Pennsylvania motorcycle accidents are joint and ligament injuries, especially to the lower extremities. In a motorcycle crash, you might suffer injuries to your hips, pelvis, legs, knees, and ankles. While these types of injuries might not be fatal, damage to your ligaments and joints can be […]
Many Pennsylvanians love to ride motorcycles because of the feeling of freedom while riding in the open air. However, motorcycles also come with a heightened risk of injury when people are involved in collisions. Unlike people who occupy cars and other motor vehicles, motorcyclists are largely unprotected in wrecks. When a motor vehicle crashes into […]